{"id":42557,"date":"2021-09-14T19:39:11","date_gmt":"2021-09-14T17:39:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=42557"},"modified":"2021-09-14T19:39:11","modified_gmt":"2021-09-14T17:39:11","slug":"junior-mountain-bikers-shine-at-2021-fedhealth-mtb-challenge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/cycling\/junior-mountain-bikers-shine-at-2021-fedhealth-mtb-challenge\/","title":{"rendered":"Junior mountain bikers shine at 2021 Fedhealth MTB Challenge!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 6th<\/sup> annual Fedhealth MTB Challenge<\/strong> got off to an action-packed start at the beautiful Blaauwklippen Wine Estate today, Saturday 11 September 2021.\u00a0 Families and newcomers to the sport had the opportunity to join in on the fun by taking on the 15km Fun Ride<\/strong>, while junior mountain bikers got to test their skill at the Kids Event<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Fedhealth MTB Challenge 15km Fun Ride<\/strong> featured a total climb of 250m.\u00a0 An easy rideable route made this event ideal for newcomers to the sport.<\/p>\n

Ryan Koorzen (12) from Bellville set a blistering pace in the men\u2019s race crossing the finish line first in a time of 47 minutes 57 seconds.\u00a0 \u201cThe race was very nice,\u201d says Koorzen.\u00a0 \u201cI wanted to win today and wasn\u2019t too worried about the competition.\u00a0 I enjoyed the single track the most.\u00a0 I\u2019ll definitely come back to the Fedhealth MTB Challenge in 2022.\u201d\u00a0 Camryn Marais came in second, while Nathan Fatti finished third.<\/p>\n

Eliz McIntyre\u2019s finishing time of 01 hour 03 minutes 16 seconds secured her the top spot on the podium in the Women\u2019s Race.\u00a0 Jayde Oates came in second, while Sharyn Marais finished third.\u00a0 According to Oates (Bloubergstrand) the 15km Fun Ride was awesome.\u00a0 \u201cThe single track was really cool and there were fun sections through the trees.\u00a0 It was great to be out, around people and on my bike just having fun.\u00a0 This is the second time that I take part in the event.\u00a0 I\u2019ll definitely be back next year.\u201d<\/p>\n

A highlight on the SA mountain biking calendar, the Fedhealth MTB Challenge Kids Event<\/strong> catered for ages 1 \u2013 13 with junior MTB enthusiasts choosing between a:\u00a0 500m (0-5 years), 1.5km (6-9 years) and a 5km (10 \u2013 13 years) event.<\/p>\n

Andreas Mouton (4) from Durbanville had a great time in the 500m Kids Event<\/strong>.\u00a0 \u201cI\u2019m first,\u201d exclaimed\u00a0a very happy Mouton.\u00a0 \u201cThe event was fun.\u00a0 I went fast.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alyssa Bosch (7) from Durbanville was the first female rider across the finish line in the 1.5km Kids Event<\/strong>.\u00a0 \u201cI\u2019m super happy,\u201d says Bosch.\u00a0 \u201cI\u2019m very proud to come first.\u00a0 I\u2019ll definitely be back next year.\u201d<\/p>\n

Peyten Solomons (11) from Kylemore (Stellenbosch) was the rider to beat in the 5km Kids Event<\/strong>.\u00a0 \u201cThis is the second time\u00a0that I take part in the Fedhealth MTB Challenge.\u00a0 It was a really nice event.\u00a0 I wanted to come first.\u00a0 My favourite part about mountain biking is the sprints.\u201d<\/p>\n

Says Jeremy Yatt, Fedhealth Principal Officer: \u201cWe are delighted by the turnout at our Fedhealth MTB Challenge Kids Events. Aptly themed Ride Open Spaces<\/em>, this year\u2019s event was a celebration of being active in the fresh air once again, something that\u2019s so important for kids as they grow into healthy, active adults. I could see young riders just having fun out there on the tracks at Blaauwklippen, and it made me smile. Hopefully we will have an even bigger field to welcome next year!\u201d<\/p>\n

NEXY UP<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>2021 Fedhealth MTB Challenge<\/p>\n

Sunday 12 September 2021<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Venue:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\nBlaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Event<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/td>\n+- 58km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Marathon)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n08:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entry Fee:<\/strong><\/td>\nR425.00<\/strong> per rider (excludes CSA License)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/td>\n+-28km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Half Marathon)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n08:45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entry Fee:<\/strong><\/td>\nR325.00 per rider (excludes CSA License)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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FREE ENTRY<\/u>:<\/strong> Fedhealth members can enter free of charge \u2013 simply by typing in their membership number when entering online!<\/p>\n

EXCITING NEWS<\/u>:\u00a0<\/strong> All entrants will receive an exclusive event t-shirt, a bottle of THIRSTI Isofit+<\/strong> and medals will be awarded to all finishers!<\/p>\n

Sensational SPONSOR PRIZES<\/strong> up for grabs will include:<\/p>\n

\u00ab\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 a R30\u00a0000 Specialized Voucher<\/strong> to spend at any Specialize Store<\/p>\n

\u00ab\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 THIRSTI<\/strong> prize hampers for the top three overall finishers (male and female) in the Marathon, Half Marathon and Fun Ride.<\/p>\n

\u00ab\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0x5 Hampers compliments of RIALTO Foods<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00ab\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Beet It Sport<\/strong> Discount Voucher<\/p>\n

PRIZE PURSE<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong>\u00a0 The 6th<\/sup> annual Fedhealth MTB Challenge boasts a whopping R30\u00a0000 prize purse for the Marathon (+-58km).\u00a0 The Overall Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s winners will each take home R5000, with R3000 going to second place and R2000 to third place.\u00a0 A percentage of the prize purse will also be allocated to the top three finishers in the following categories:\u00a0 Senior Men and Women, Sub Vet Men and Women, Vet Men and Women, Master Men and Women and Grandmaster Men and Women.\u00a0 To view the Prize Purse Breakdown visit:\u00a0 https:\/\/www.stillwatersports.com\/fedhealth-mtb-challenge-prize-purse\/<\/a><\/p>\n

CHARITY SUPPORT<\/u>:\u00a0<\/strong> The Fedhealth MTB Challenge proudly supports The Kindness Collaboration.\u00a0 Founded by Fedhealth and Operation Healing Hands (OHH), The Kindness Collaboration focuses on supporting South Africans who cannot afford quality medical care.\u00a0 Mountain bikers could make a donation towards the cause when entering the event online.\u00a0 <\/strong>For more information or to make a direct donation towards The Kindness Collaboration visit https:\/\/www.fedhealth.co.za\/kindness-collaboration\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Facebook<\/u>:\u00a0<\/strong> Prochorus Community Development \/ Fedhealth Medical Aid \/ Stillwater MTB Events<\/p>\n

Instagram<\/u>:\u00a0<\/strong> @prochoruscd \/ @fedhealthmed \/ @stillwater_mtb_events<\/p>\n

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For more information or to enter the Fedhealth MTB Challenge, contact Stillwater Sports on 082\u00a0991 0045, email entries@stillwatersports.com<\/a> or visit www.stillwatersports.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\"FH<\/p>\n

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